Dana White and Donald Trump's reactions to Tom Aspinall's UFC 295 win revealed as Brit eyes historic Jon Jones fight

Dana White’s immediate reaction to Tom Aspinall winning UFC gold was telling.

Aspinall, 30, wrote his name in date books at Madison Square Garden last weekend in the co-main event of Enough 295.

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The Wigan warrior was awarded the interim heavyweight title after just two weeks’ notice Sergei Pavlovich’s knockout kick in the 69th minute. Which made him the third Briton to win the belt MMAHighest promotion.

The ‘most famous arena in the world’ erupted as Aspinall sensationally fulfilled his dream of winning UFC gold, with fans jumping out of their seats.

This was also the reaction of the new UFC president and CEO whitewho was spotted by SunSport stepping out of his seat to high five Kid Rock.

In the middle of the ceremony was the forty-fifth President of the United States, Donald Trump.

Trump was more reserved in his reaction to the knockout, as he remained in his seat next to the cage and watched Aspinall celebrate emotionally.

But after White whispered something in his ear a few seconds later, the 77-year-old showed his admiration by stopping with a clear nod of approval.

Although he had one of the toughest tasks before him, Aspinall couldn’t help but notice that Trump was across from him seconds before he exchanged heavy hides with Pavlovich.

During the post-fight press conference, he said: “It’s very strange, mate.

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“When I was doing the little bowing movements that I do before the fight, I looked to the side of Sergei’s head and saw Donald Trump’s head looking at me.

“It was very trippy scenes there.”

Aspinall is within striking distance of a historic unification fight with the undisputed champion John Jonesalthough the MMA code has hinted at a rescheduled confrontation with Step Music It will be his swansong.

And missing out on the chance to face the former Pound King would leave a bitter taste in his mouth.

Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Black Belt He told SunSports: “will the scorpion Just as much as I like that fight.

“I would absolutely love that fight. Will it define my overall career? No.

“But, will it be so? Nice – good To go into the fight, get that experience and fight someone who is considered the greatest of all time? definitely.

“Like I liked that fight more than any other fight at this point. So this is what I like now.”

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